Illinois Capital Area Chapter
Serving Christian, Logan, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery, and Sangamon Counties
Partnering with Coles and Clark Counties

Why Volunteer With the American Red Cross Video
A Local Disaster Story

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Response to the Myanmar Cyclone

The WMAY Talkathon was held on Friday, May 2. The WMAY hosts were on
the air from 6:00am - 7:00pm raising money for the local disaster relief fund.

Safe Family Saturday was held on April 26 at Southern View Park from 10:30am - 1:30pm.
This family-orientated event focused on summer safety. Approximately 1,000 free
bicycle helmets were given out to children, along with free food, games and
prizes. More than 2,500 people attended the 3-hour event.

The 2008 Heroes Breakfast held on Friday, April 11 honored our local heroes.
The event was held at the Crowne Plaza, Springfield.
Event program booklet
SJ-R article about heroes



Heroes Campaign Participants

Newsletter

View Preparedness Video

Pandemic Flu Information

American Red Cross Earns Four-Star Rating